Year: 2025

Adelaide Fringe Review: Bangtail is a rootin’ tootin’ cowboy story

“Baddest. Cowboy. Texas.” These are a few words that describe the baddest cowboy in Texas. With the help of director Cecily Nash, Minnesota clown Lil Wenker has created  a laugh a minute comedy journey, in which a Cowboy meets his Nemesis. Bangtail is basically an unbridled hour of controlled clown chaos. Performed in the intimate Gallery…

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Villa Ananya is the ultimate base for shopping in Seminyak

Situated just a short walk from the iconic Potato Head Beach Club, Villa Ananya puts you right in the centre of Seminyak’s nightlife, dining, and shopping scene. Its prime location also places you close to the stunning Petitenget and Batu Belig beaches. So, whether you want to enjoy a day at the beach or dive…

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Interview: Michela Carattini on her new film Carmen & Bolude and the importance of multicultural representation on screen

A movie for international, mixed and third culture kids, Carmen & Bolude is a multicultural comedy based on the real-life friendship of Michela Carattini and Bolude Watson. Written by the duo and co-directed by Carattini, Carmen & Bolude tells of two friends who must travel from New York City to Sydney, Australia, where they have…

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Leona Valley View: A secluded sanctuary enriched with the culture of Bali

Tucked along the peaceful banks of the Petanu River, Leona Valley View is a secluded sanctuary crafted with adult guests in mind – ideal for romantic getaways or those simply seeking a quiet retreat. The villa’s two-story design offers intimate comfort with two spacious bedrooms, each equipped with a king-sized bed and private ensuite bathroom….

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Interview: Matt Moran on fusing food and celebrity recollections in his new show Memory Bites with Matt Moran

We all have a “memory bite” – a dish that unlocks a treasure trove of memories and reminds us that food is a gateway to the stories and emotions that shape who we are. In the brand-new series Memory Bites with Matt Moran, the iconic chef and restaurateur transports beloved famous faces back to pivotal moments in…

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Here’s why you should be making plans to stay at Netflix’s The Residence

A queer President. An occasionally profane Kylie Minogue. An unseen Hugh Jackman. A birder-obsessed detective.  And a murder most foul. An Agatha Christie-meets-Clue-like mystery series from the Shondaland factory (i.e. Shonda Rhimes, the figurehead behind such TV successes as Grey’s Anatomy, How To Get Away With Murder, and Bridgerton), The Residence is an intelligent, witty…

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Interview: MWFF director Sian Mitchell on this year’s festival program and amplifying female voices in film

The Melbourne Women in Film Festival (MWFF) (March 20th – 24th, 2025) is an exciting, volunteer-run festival that aims to inspire and empower established and emerging women and gender diverse screen practitioners from Australia, Aotearoa/New Zealand and the wider Moana region through the celebration of their work and artistry. MWFF exhibits work from collaborative teams…

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New Music Discoveries 21st March: Za Noon, Japanese Breakfast, The Rions and more

A further ten new tracks have been added to our Discovery playlist on Apple Music and Spotify, including two tracks we had exclusive premieres for earlier in the week. Melbourne alt-folk artist Za Noon takes home our Track of the Week with her new single “Beg”. Za Noon is the solo venture of Jess Zanoni,…

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The Oclean AirPump A10 portable water flosser wins iF Design Award 2025

Oclean’s newest portable water flosser, the AirPump A10, had just won the iF DESIGN AWARD 2025. Touted as one of the most prestigious awards for product design and user experience, the awards feature almost 11,000 entries from 66 countries, with 131 jurors from 23 countries gathered to vote. Following strict selection criteria, the awards also…

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Coheed and Cambria New Album

“That’s what makes this process so fun for me, it’s the not knowing”: We spoke with Coheed and Cambria’s Claudio Sanchez about new album Vaxis III: The Father of Make Believe

Prog rockers Coheed and Cambria have just released their 11th studio album Vaxis III: The Father of Make Believe, a continuation of the band’s central concept, frontman Claudio Sanchez‘s sci-fi comic book epic The Amory Wars. For two decades, Coheed and Cambria have shattered expectations of what a rock band can be, carving their own…

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Old Mervs set the bar high with their highly-anticipated self-titled debut album

Forming in 2017, Old Mervs started garnering attention after the release of their debut EP in 2022, and the duo, consisting of lead vocalist/guitarist David House and Henry Carrington-Jones, have been kicking goals rapidly in the three years since. Hitting #38 on the most recent Triple J’s Hottest 100 with their single “What you’ve Lost”,…

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The Enabot ROLA Smart Pet Water Fountain is a decent replacement for regular water dispensers

If you’re a pet owner, you’ve probably had your fair share of trial and error when trying to find the right product for your pet to drink water from. While plastic water dispensers are great, they can get dirty quite quickly, and the actual bottle itself can be difficult to clean because of how small…

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Bloodywood release their second album Nu Delhi, and it’s a wild ride from start to finish

Who would have thought that traditional Indian music and metal would make a great pair? Bloodywood, that’s who. Forming in 2016, the New Delhi group initially took to YouTube to upload metal covers of pop songs, before writing their own music. They gradually garnered attention by catching the eye of a few major online publications,…

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Jesus Christ Superstar is resurrected for a night of funk, soul and rock ‘n’ roll

Have you ever wanted to rock out with Jesus, Judas and the gang? Join 50 years of raving audiences and bear witness this to reinvention… this revival… this ‘resurrection’ of Jesus Christ Superstar. Guided by the lyrics and music of EGOT winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, this mesmerising new production has hit Australian…

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Adelaide Fringe Review: Charlie Chaplin’s story makes you “Smile”

Charlie Chaplin has long been recognised as a worldwide silent movie icon and is considered one of the film industry’s most important figures. In the theatre comedy show “Smile”, talented artist Marcel Cole brings to life the story of the Little Tramp and the man who created him. The Courtyard of Curiosities is a small…

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Film Review: Of all the live-action Disney remakes, how fair is Snow White of them all?

It’s a shame that there’s been so much controversy surrounding Snow White, the latest Disney classic to get the live-action treatment, as Marc Webb‘s harmless musical is hardly strong or memorable enough to warrant the reaction it’s detractors have already decided it deserves. Sure, lead star Rachel Zegler didn’t help matters with her comments on…

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Interview: Director Geremy Jasper on his 20-years in the making rock opera O’Dessa; “I always build characters through music and sounds and lyrics.”

Set in a post-apocalyptic future, O’Dessa is an original rock opera about a farm girl (Sadie Sink) on an epic quest to recover a cherished family heirloom.  Her journey leads her to a strange and dangerous city where she meets her one true love – but in order to save his soul, she must put…

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Film Review: O’Dessa; Post-apocalyptic rock opera delights in its audacious maximalism

Whilst his previous film – 2017’s crowd-pleasing Patti Cake$ – had a scrappiness to it, it beamed with a personality larger than its budget.  For O’Dessa, director Geremy Jasper delights in supreme maximalism, as his post-apocalyptic musical-romance hybrid projects its bigness through both its visuals and its central thematic of how love can transform one’s…

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Film Review: The Alto Knights; Robert De Niro pulls double duty in talky mobster drama

Robert De Niro and the role of a gangster have so often gone hand-in-hand that there’s an immediate sense of ease in entering The Alto Knights, with the feeling that, if nothing else, audiences can rest assured that the legendary actor will deliver a worthy performance. De Niro is ultimately the main reason to see…

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Netgear Nighthawk RS600 a solid mid-range Wi-Fi 7 router

The Netgear Nighthawk RS600 strikes a balance between affordability and performance in the expanding world of Wi-Fi 7 routers. Priced at A$799, it admittedly sits on the higher end of standalone routers, before delving into premium mesh systems that exceed $800. That being said, the enhanced performance can handle more connected devices and provide much…

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RISING 2025: The must-see gigs you can’t miss in Melbourne this June

The 2025 RISING program has well and truly landed, with a stellar lineup of arts and entertainment acts announced for the two-week festival this June. Fast earning a reputation for bringing headline acts and bold new commissions to Melbourne, the winter showcase runs across two huge weekends, from Wednesday 4th to Sunday 15th June. If…

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Interview: Barry Levinson on directing Robert De Niro in The Alto Knights and balancing historical accuracy with creative interpretation

Academy Award-winning director Barry Levinson (Rain Man, Bugsy) is no stranger to both the crime genre and collaborating with Robert De Niro, and their collective experience are fusing with The Alto Knights, which follows two of New York’s most notorious organized crime bosses, Frank Costello and Vito Genovese (both portrayed by De Niro), as they vie for…

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Four emerging Aussie bands you need to know

There has been a massive influx of Australian bands surging through listening platforms over the last few years. Many bands however, aren’t receiving the recognition they deserve despite the brilliant songs they are creating. This is why I’m here to bring you my current top four up-and-coming Australian bands you should know about. I’ve taken…

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James Vincent McMorrow announces Early In The Morning 15 year anniversary Australian tour

Returning to our shores for the first time since 2017, James Vincent McMorrow has announced a short run of shows in support the 15 year anniversary of his debut album Early In The Morning. With a hat trick of shows announced across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane this June, the Irish alt-folk act is taking it…

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Adelaide Fringe Review: Spyhard is an action-packed throwback to the spy genre

To sum up Spyhard, suave English agent Antonio Tranderas (Anthony Tran) and the captivating Russian operative Faytasha Romanov (Fay MacFarlane) are caught up in a world of acrobatics and high-flying stunts. As a tribute to the action spy movies from the 80s and 90s, Spyhard ticks all the boxes. The duo, known as Circus Sorbet,…

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Exclusive Single Premiere: Angelina Curtis “Stereo” (2025)

She may be only seventeen years old, but WA’s Angelina Curtis is winning hearts everywhere with her heartfelt and insightful songs. We are thrilled today to be premiering the rich and daydreamy “Stereo”, ahead of its release on Friday. Angelina has a gift for creating music that is perceptive and relatable. Dreamy electric layers are…

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How Adelaide Fringe filled me with delight…and shame

There aren’t many culture writers in Australia who are discovering the Adelaide Fringe for the first time. So with 17 years of career under my belt, I’m windswept with a bit of self-shaming as I stroll down Rundle Street. I haven’t seen streets this alive since I was walking around Lower Manhattan last summer. The…

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Alexisonfire close out tour with brilliant (if a little unplanned) two parter in Brisbane

You’ve got to hand it to Alexisonfire and Underoath. With Cyclone Alfred postponing and cancelling gigs across Brisbane a few weekends ago, it would have been very easy for them to skip the city altogether, wrap up the tour, and head home. Instead, they switched out one night at Riverstage for two at the Fortitude…

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Little Birdy reunite for BigBigLove 21st Anniversary Tour

More than two decades after the release of debut album BigBigLove, Perth indie icons Little Birdy have reunited to celebrate its 21st birthday. Appearing at last year’s Hotter Than Hell festival, frontwoman Katy Steele had teased more was to come, and now we have our answer: a new tour, playing BigBigLove in full, alongside a…

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How do Southwest Airlines’ Island Hopper Flights compare to Hawaiian Airlines?

Because they don’t appear on most travel comparison sites*, a lot of people don’t realise Southwest Airlines offer Island Hopper flights in Hawaii. Nonetheless, having introduced routes across five Hawaiian airports back in 2019, the Dallas based airline provide an competitive alternative to Hawaiian Airlines’ long dominance in the market. Prices are generally comparable to…

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